Africa Tech Summit returns to Nairobi in February 2026
The eighth edition of the Africa Tech Summit will take place on February 11 and 12, 2026, at the Sarit Expo Centre in Nairobi, Kenya. Recognized as one of the continent’s most influential technology gatherings, the event continues to position Nairobi as a strategic hub for African innovation, investment, and digital transformation.
Under the theme “Where African Tech Connects, Explore. Connect. Invest.”, the summit will bring together key actors shaping Africa’s technology ecosystem.
A strategic meeting point for Africa’s tech ecosystem
Africa Tech Summit Nairobi serves as a convergence point for African and international tech stakeholders, including:
- Technology corporations and digital platforms
- Mobile network operators
- Fintech, DeFi and crypto ventures
- Investors, venture capital firms and private equity
- High-growth startups and scale-ups
- Policymakers, regulators and ecosystem builders
The event creates an environment where business development, investment discussions and strategic partnerships naturally emerge.
Why Africa Tech Summit Nairobi matters in 2026
As African digital ecosystems mature, technology events are no longer about visibility alone, they are about execution, capital allocation and long-term collaboration.
Africa Tech Summit Nairobi plays a critical role by :
- Facilitating direct access to investors and decision-makers
- Highlighting emerging African tech trends and use cases
- Encouraging cross-border collaboration within the continent
- Strengthening Nairobi’s position as a leading African tech capital
Following a strong 2025 edition, the 2026 summit is expected to attract an even broader mix of local innovators and global players looking to engage with Africa’s fast-evolving tech markets.
Focus sectors shaping the discussions
The summit’s agenda traditionally reflects Africa’s most dynamic technology segments, including :
- Fintech and digital payments
- Blockchain, DeFi and crypto infrastructure
- Mobile technology and connectivity
- Artificial intelligence and data-driven solutions
- Startup scaling and venture funding
- Regulatory frameworks and innovation policy
These themes align with broader continental priorities around financial inclusion, digital infrastructure, and economic resilience.
Nairobi’s growing role in Africa’s tech narrative
Hosting the summit in Nairobi reinforces Kenya’s role as a regional innovation gateway. With its strong startup ecosystem, active investor base, and supportive regulatory environment, Nairobi continues to attract entrepreneurs and capital from across Africa and beyond. Events such as Africa Tech Summit contribute to positioning African cities not only as emerging markets, but as serious technology and investment destinations.
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